Cordless Battery Platforms
Every cordless tool you buy locks you into a battery platform. Choose the ecosystem first, then build your collection. Each guide below covers the full battery lineup, standout tools, starter kits, and what to buy next.
DeWalt 20V
20V MAX
13 tools listed
Mid-range.
Milwaukee 18V
M18
14 tools listed
Premium.
Milwaukee 12V
M12
12 tools listed
Mid-to-premium.
Makita 18V
18V LXT
14 tools listed
Mid-range, slightly above DeWalt.
Ryobi 18V
ONE+ 18V
13 tools listed
Budget.
Bosch 18V
18V
12 tools listed
Mid-to-premium.
EGO 56V
56V ARC Lithium
12 tools listed
Premium for outdoor power.
Metabo HPT 36V
MultiVolt 36V
13 tools listed
Mid-range, competitive with DeWalt and Makita.